The match held at Estadio Mestalla ended in a 1-1 stalemate as Valencia and Sevilla battled fiercely on the field.
Sevilla took the lead in the 57th minute with an own goal from César Tárrega. However, Valencia found their footing when Hugo Duro netted the equalizer just two minutes into stoppage time of the second half.
Duro’s performance was remarkable, making him the standout player of the match. The Valencia forward scored the crucial goal, attempted three shots on target, and completed four successful passes.
Defensive solidity was showcased by Sevilla’s Andrés Castrín, who played a pivotal role by intercepting two balls and clearing five efforts from the danger zone.
Valencia’s manager, Carlos Corberán, deployed a 4-4-2 formation, featuring Julen Agirrezabala in goal, with a defense including Thierry Correia, César Tárrega, José Copete, and José Luis Gayà. The midfield was anchored by Luis Rioja, Pepelu, Javi Guerra, and Arnaut Danjuma, with André Almeida and Hugo Duro leading the attack.
On the other hand, Sevilla coach Matías Almeyda utilized a 5-4-1 setup, with Odysseas Vlachodimos as the goalkeeper. His defensive line consisted of José Ángel Carmona, César Azpilicueta, Nemanja Gudelj, Andrés Castrín, and Joaquin Martinez, while Djibril Sow, Lucien Agoumé, Batista Mendy, and Peque Fernández manned the midfield, supporting striker Akor Adams.
Guillermo Cuadra Fernández officiated the match, ensuring fair play throughout the encounter.
Looking ahead, Valencia will face Atlético de Madrid away in their next fixture, while Sevilla will host Real Oviedo.
With this draw, Valencia now sits with 15 points in the league, placing them 15th, while Sevilla boasts 17 points, landing them in 12th position.
Substitutions for Valencia
61’ 2T – Javi Guerra was replaced by Lucas Beltrán
62’ 2T – Arnaut Danjuma made way for Diego López, and André Almeida was substituted for Filip Ugrinic
67’ 2T – Luis Rioja was replaced by Largie Ramazani
76’ 2T – José Luis Gayà was substituted off for Jesús Vázquez
Yellow Cards for Valencia:
28’ 2T – José Copete (Unsporting behavior)
42’ 2T – Thierry Correia (Unsporting behavior)
51’ 2T – César Tárrega (Unsporting behavior)
Substitutions for Sevilla
79’ 2T – Peque Fernández was replaced by Joan Jordán
84’ 2T – Joaquin Martinez was substituted off for Alfon González
85’ 2T – Lucien Agoumé made way for Alexis Sánchez
Yellow Cards for Sevilla:
22’ 1T – Peque Fernández (Unsporting behavior)
27’ 1T – Matías Almeyda (Insulting or disapproving of the referee)
29’ 2T – César Azpilicueta (Unsporting behavior)
30’ 2T – Nemanja Gudelj (Reiteration of fouls)
36’ 2T – Lucien Agoumé (Arguing with an opponent)
43’ 2T – Andrés Castrín (Unsporting behavior)
49’ 2T – José Ángel Carmona (Unsporting behavior)